Events
This is the place to keep up to date with all the events being organised by SGLH. You will find all the details you need below so that you can keep up with our programme and be sure not to miss out on our visits, lectures and meetings.
Current Events
Joint AHSS/SGLH lecture ‘Contemporary Landscapes of Poetic Reflection’
Monday 9th November 2026
This joint lecture with AHSS, Dr. Andrew Paterson will introduce the creative practices of two celebrated contemporary artists who have elected to install much of their work outdoors, in both wild and cultivated natural environments.
AGM at Muckhart combined with visit to Cowden Japanese Garden
Saturday 17 October 2026
This year’s AGM is being held at the Coronation Hall, Muckhart, on Saturday 17 October 2026.
Past Events
Visit to Dalkeith Oak Woods
Friday 8th May 2026An opportunity for a walk around the oak woods as they come into leaf in early May. The party will be guided by Ross Mason, ranger at Dalkeith Country Park. Dalkeith Oakwood is one of only two remaining ancient park woodlands in Scotland (the other...
Dunira a 20th Century Garden visit
Saturday 6th June 2026A unique opportunity for SGLH members and friends to visit the recently restored and planted Mawson Terraces and Pulham Rockwork at Dunira. Places are restricted to 30 persons, so please book early to avoid disappointment. Venue: Dunira, near...
RBGE Library visit
Wednesday 18th February 2026
The visit to the Library at the Royal Botanical Gardens in Edinburgh presents the opportunity to be guided through the library.
Other Related Events
Designing the future: the value of historic landscapes and gardens
Wednesday 4th March 2026 Explore how heritage and innovation shape tomorrow’s landscapes. Join us and partners National Trust for Scotland, Lantra, and the Landscape Institute for an engaging day exploring the significance of Scotland’s historic environments and...
Arboriculture Association Scottish Branch – Field trip to Burgie Arboretum
Sunday 19 October 2025Burgie House was built in the mid 19th Century but was added onto in 1910 by the Thomson’s who bought it two years previously. The Estate consisted of several thousands of acres but now consists of just over 1000 acres The Arboretum was started...
Garden Futures: Designing with Nature
You may be interested in a forthcoming exhibition Garden Futures: Designing with Nature an exhibition by the Vitra Design Museum which opens at the V&A Dundee on the 17 May 2025. Please click on the following link to learn more about the Garden Futures: Designing...